The Doxology

 We've all sung the Doxology before.  Most of us know it by heart.  Many of us know different tunes to it.  But, I wanted to put this up as the hymn of the week anyway.  Among Christians, there are many things that make us distinct.  Many different denominations.  Many different theologies.  Many different forms of worship and teaching.  The Doxology was written for the purpose of bringing Christians together.  The majority of churches sing the Doxology every Sunday--it is a way that through our differences, all Christians can join and sing this short praise hymn to God.  Isn't that really cool? There is a couple of things that are really good about this hymn.  First, is that all blessings come from God.  "Every good thing comes from the Father of Lights."  It is from God that all blessings come, and He deserves praise from that.  Second, all creatures should praise Him.  Now, when many of us speak of praise, we think singing.  But, most creatures can't sing.  So, how do they praise their creator?  I  think, by doing what they were created to do.  And what are we created to do?  "Fear God and keep His commandments."  This is a comfort to me, because sometimes I have trouble giving God praise through my speech.  I know that another way I can give God speech is by obeying Him.  Thirdly, we should praise all members of the Trinity.  We should praise the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.  Something, that is hard sometimes.  Anyway, I hope you enjoy reading the Doxology and thinking about some of these things in the process! 

Praise God from whom all blessings flow
Praise Him all creatures here below Alleluia Alleluia!
Praise Him above ye heavenly hosts
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost
Alleluia Alleluia Alleluia Alleluia Alleluia!